Poplar Wood Pencil Slats from Canada
Economical poplar wood slats with precise V-grooves for mass-market pencil production. Classified under HTS 4421.91.98.20 as pencil slats made from temperate hardwood. Supplied in standard lengths of 197mm for international pencil manufacturers.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Batch testing for moisture content (under 12%) prevents classification disputes
• Clear labeling as 'pencil slats only - not finished pencils' avoids reclassification
• Origin certificates crucial for preferential duty treatment under trade agreements